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Originally posted by alabamabluezebra
Scott,
Dixie Rule 2:11:
"Gloves may be worn by any player, but mitts may be used only by the catcher and first baseman. The pitcherÂ’s glove shall be of one solid color other than white or grey. Multi-color gloves are acceptable for all other players. Gloves with white or grey circles on the outside giving the appearance of a ball, are illegal for all players."
Although by rule the pitcher is restricted to a solid color glove, I know this rule is not enforced in our area. Our UIC does not push for enforcement and I sent an e-mail to Wayne Bishop who stated the pitcher could use a multi-color glove that didn't have white or grey. Dixie softball is famous for leaving inconsistencies or gaps in their rulebook. They are very hesitant to fix the problem areas. There are not many solid color gloves on the market these day for the youth sports.
By Dixie rules, a pitcher could have a solid yellow optic colored glove.
[Edited by alabamabluezebra on Jun 9th, 2003 at 11:18 AM]
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ABZ:
I was referring to the pitcher's glove as "by the rule." With tournaments coming up now, and the coaches struggling for every advantage that they can, it will be interesting to see if this rule gets challenged. If Bishop says that it is okay, then it should be reflected in the rulebook. However, as the rule is written, if an umpire allows a pitcher to play with a multicolored glove, and the opposing coach protests the game and loses, then by all rights his protest should stand. This has been one of my big gripes come Dixie tournament time. Too much time spent on protests and settling them.
Until the rulebook reflects Bishop's interpretation, I will continue to call Dixie by the book rather than by someone else's interpretation of the book.
By the way, I agree with your comment on Dixie's inconsistencies.